Megeve, FranceVillage Center
Hôtel Cœur de Megève
Contemporary alpine chalet
Village Center Megeve, France
Renovated
2018
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
Contemporary alpine chalet
It trades rustic pine for tailored walnut, running as an intimate village lodge where après-ski spills onto the pedestrian street.
What it’s good at
Notable
Sybille de Margerie reimagines alpine chalets with brushed walnut millwork and coral-red accents.
Listed
Balconies with carved heart cutouts overlook the pedestrianized village street and church.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
the interiors are something rather more refreshing: designer Sybille de Margerie has replaced the typical rustic knotty pine with a contemporary-luxe look
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors face pedestrianized Rue Charles Feige, and the Chamois ski gondola is three minutes away on foot.
The rooms
Brushed walnut paneling lines the bedrooms, where cozy textiles frame private balconies facing the church and village rooftops.
The spa
Facials and bodywork use Tata Harper and Grown Alchemist formulas, and the relaxation lounge serves herbal tea.
The sauna
Reclaimed wood and cedar benches line the Finnish sauna, which sits beside a sensory shower.
Bar
La Terrasse
Tabletop fire pits warm the covered terrace, and guests watch Rue Charles Feige over champagne.
At the table
Large windows look out over the Planay stream, and Beefbar serves prime cuts of Wagyu and Kobe beef.
How it began
A local family ran two chalets here for three generations before a 2018 renovation enclosed the alleyway between them.
Megeve
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.